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What is the default maximum number of days before password expiration for ESXi Hosts?
What is the default maximum number of days before password expiration for ESXi Hosts?
The ESXi Shell supports account lockout for incorrect login attempts.
The ESXi Shell supports account lockout for incorrect login attempts.
False
What is the default maximum number of retries for password input for ESXi Hosts?
What is the default maximum number of retries for password input for ESXi Hosts?
3
The default minimum password length for ESXi Hosts is ______ characters.
The default minimum password length for ESXi Hosts is ______ characters.
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Match the following password settings with their default values:
Match the following password settings with their default values:
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What is the primary purpose of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is the primary purpose of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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Role-based access control (RBAC) is not utilized in VMware Cloud Foundation.
Role-based access control (RBAC) is not utilized in VMware Cloud Foundation.
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What are the two main components used for identity management in VMware Cloud Foundation?
What are the two main components used for identity management in VMware Cloud Foundation?
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The _____ provides operational verification of identity and access management in VMware Cloud Foundation.
The _____ provides operational verification of identity and access management in VMware Cloud Foundation.
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Which of the following is NOT an identity source for VMware Cloud Foundation?
Which of the following is NOT an identity source for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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Match the following components with their functions in VMware Cloud Foundation:
Match the following components with their functions in VMware Cloud Foundation:
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Password complexity policies can be configured for identity management within VMware Cloud Foundation.
Password complexity policies can be configured for identity management within VMware Cloud Foundation.
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Which version of the VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module was released on 29 November 2022?
Which version of the VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module was released on 29 November 2022?
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was first introduced on 31 May 2022.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was first introduced on 31 May 2022.
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What is the latest version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module as per the information provided?
What is the latest version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module as per the information provided?
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The automated password policy management for specific SDDC components is available in the ______ solution.
The automated password policy management for specific SDDC components is available in the ______ solution.
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Match the following module versions with their release dates:
Match the following module versions with their release dates:
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What is emphasized in the design decisions for identity and access management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is emphasized in the design decisions for identity and access management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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Which version of VMware Cloud Foundation does the validated solution support as of 25 October 2022?
Which version of VMware Cloud Foundation does the validated solution support as of 25 October 2022?
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The principle of least privilege is not relevant to access management.
The principle of least privilege is not relevant to access management.
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The PowerVCF PowerShell module reached version 2.2.0 before May 2022.
The PowerVCF PowerShell module reached version 2.2.0 before May 2022.
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What does SDDC stand for in the context of VMware Cloud Foundation?
What does SDDC stand for in the context of VMware Cloud Foundation?
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What must be defined and managed according to IAM-VCF-SEC-001?
What must be defined and managed according to IAM-VCF-SEC-001?
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The design decisions emphasize the principle of _______ privilege in access management.
The design decisions emphasize the principle of _______ privilege in access management.
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As of 27 September 2022, the validated solution provides guidance on automated password policy management for specific ______ components.
As of 27 September 2022, the validated solution provides guidance on automated password policy management for specific ______ components.
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Match the design decisions with their implications:
Match the design decisions with their implications:
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What is a consequence of using local accounts according to the design decisions?
What is a consequence of using local accounts according to the design decisions?
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Service accounts can be managed without any specific definition.
Service accounts can be managed without any specific definition.
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What should be managed to ensure a comprehensive security strategy?
What should be managed to ensure a comprehensive security strategy?
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Limiting the scope and privileges is part of a _______ defense-in-depth security strategy.
Limiting the scope and privileges is part of a _______ defense-in-depth security strategy.
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What is the focus of IAM-VCF-SEC-002?
What is the focus of IAM-VCF-SEC-002?
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Interactive access and solution integration should have unrestricted privileges.
Interactive access and solution integration should have unrestricted privileges.
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What version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was released on 26 OCT 2021?
What version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was released on 26 OCT 2021?
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VMware Cloud Foundation 4.3.1 was supported prior to 05 OCT 2021.
VMware Cloud Foundation 4.3.1 was supported prior to 05 OCT 2021.
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What is the main objective of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is the main objective of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module added support for ______ on 05 OCT 2021.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module added support for ______ on 05 OCT 2021.
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Match the following dates with their respective updates:
Match the following dates with their respective updates:
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What is one of the support features added on 05 OCT 2021?
What is one of the support features added on 05 OCT 2021?
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The validated solution is designed to be slow to deploy and not suitable for production environments.
The validated solution is designed to be slow to deploy and not suitable for production environments.
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Which organization's services are used as the authentication source for the access control in VMware Cloud Foundation?
Which organization's services are used as the authentication source for the access control in VMware Cloud Foundation?
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The initial release of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was on ______.
The initial release of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was on ______.
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Which of the following components does Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation focus on?
Which of the following components does Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation focus on?
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What is the primary purpose of vCenter Single Sign-On?
What is the primary purpose of vCenter Single Sign-On?
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The built-in identity provider of vCenter Server automatically uses Active Directory for authentication.
The built-in identity provider of vCenter Server automatically uses Active Directory for authentication.
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What must be known and managed by the SDDC Manager for each ESXi host?
What must be known and managed by the SDDC Manager for each ESXi host?
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VCenter Server can be configured to use an external identity provider for federated authentication, replacing vCenter Server as the ______ provider.
VCenter Server can be configured to use an external identity provider for federated authentication, replacing vCenter Server as the ______ provider.
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Match the following vCenter Server authentication methods with their descriptions:
Match the following vCenter Server authentication methods with their descriptions:
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What is the primary role of Active Directory in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is the primary role of Active Directory in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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Role-based access control (RBAC) is used in the Identity and Access Management solution for VMware Cloud Foundation.
Role-based access control (RBAC) is used in the Identity and Access Management solution for VMware Cloud Foundation.
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The Identity and Access Management validated solution emphasizes the principle of _______ privilege to ensure secure access management.
The Identity and Access Management validated solution emphasizes the principle of _______ privilege to ensure secure access management.
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Match the following VMware products with their function in Identity and Access Management:
Match the following VMware products with their function in Identity and Access Management:
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What is one of the components specifically mentioned for operational verification in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is one of the components specifically mentioned for operational verification in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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The automated password policy management feature is available for all VMware Cloud Foundation components.
The automated password policy management feature is available for all VMware Cloud Foundation components.
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What is the primary function of the SDDC Manager in VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is the primary function of the SDDC Manager in VMware Cloud Foundation?
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Role-based access control (RBAC) is employed in VMware Cloud Foundation.
Role-based access control (RBAC) is employed in VMware Cloud Foundation.
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What must be activated on both vCenter Server and NSX Manager to grant permissions?
What must be activated on both vCenter Server and NSX Manager to grant permissions?
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Match the VMware Cloud Foundation components with their functions:
Match the VMware Cloud Foundation components with their functions:
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Which version of VMware Cloud Foundation does the validated solution currently support?
Which version of VMware Cloud Foundation does the validated solution currently support?
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The PasswordValidatedSolutions PowerShell module is responsible for managing user roles.
The PasswordValidatedSolutions PowerShell module is responsible for managing user roles.
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What policy must be configured for local and service accounts?
What policy must be configured for local and service accounts?
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Authentication services for VMware Cloud Foundation utilize ______ for access control.
Authentication services for VMware Cloud Foundation utilize ______ for access control.
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What must you manage for the ESXi host's root user according to IAM-ESXI-SEC-004?
What must you manage for the ESXi host's root user according to IAM-ESXI-SEC-004?
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An automated password rotation schedule can be activated for the root account in SDDC Manager.
An automated password rotation schedule can be activated for the root account in SDDC Manager.
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What does SDDC stand for?
What does SDDC stand for?
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The SERVICE account password for each ESXi host needs to be managed using ______.
The SERVICE account password for each ESXi host needs to be managed using ______.
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Match the following design decisions with their design implications:
Match the following design decisions with their design implications:
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What is a consequence of not managing the SERVICE account password effectively?
What is a consequence of not managing the SERVICE account password effectively?
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SDDC Manager does not manage the root user for ESXi hosts.
SDDC Manager does not manage the root user for ESXi hosts.
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What type of accounts does the design decision IAM-ESXI-SEC-005 refer to?
What type of accounts does the design decision IAM-ESXI-SEC-005 refer to?
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You must manage the password rotation for the SERVICE account by using ______.
You must manage the password rotation for the SERVICE account by using ______.
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Match the design decisions with their justifications:
Match the design decisions with their justifications:
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What can the vCenter Single Sign-On built-in identity provider be configured to use as its identity source?
What can the vCenter Single Sign-On built-in identity provider be configured to use as its identity source?
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ESXi hosts must always join Active Directory in a VMware Cloud Foundation system.
ESXi hosts must always join Active Directory in a VMware Cloud Foundation system.
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What is the primary role of SDDC Manager in a VMware Cloud Foundation system?
What is the primary role of SDDC Manager in a VMware Cloud Foundation system?
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The vCenter Server instances in a VMware Cloud Foundation system participate in an enhanced ______ configuration.
The vCenter Server instances in a VMware Cloud Foundation system participate in an enhanced ______ configuration.
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Match the following components with their usage in VMware Cloud Foundation:
Match the following components with their usage in VMware Cloud Foundation:
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Which of the following is a requirement for configuring supplemental storage with NFS version 4.1?
Which of the following is a requirement for configuring supplemental storage with NFS version 4.1?
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Active Directory security groups can only be assigned to default roles in NSX.
Active Directory security groups can only be assigned to default roles in NSX.
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Name one of the limitations that apply to linked vCenter Server instances.
Name one of the limitations that apply to linked vCenter Server instances.
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SDDC Manager inherits the identity provider configuration from all vCenter Server instances in ______ linked-mode.
SDDC Manager inherits the identity provider configuration from all vCenter Server instances in ______ linked-mode.
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Which protocol is used for configuring LDAP over SSL for Active Directory?
Which protocol is used for configuring LDAP over SSL for Active Directory?
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What is a primary component of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is a primary component of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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The automated password policy management solution is available for all components of VMware Cloud Foundation.
The automated password policy management solution is available for all components of VMware Cloud Foundation.
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The principle of _______ privilege is emphasized in access management for VMware Cloud Foundation.
The principle of _______ privilege is emphasized in access management for VMware Cloud Foundation.
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Match the following VMware Cloud Foundation documentation with their focus:
Match the following VMware Cloud Foundation documentation with their focus:
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Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Identity and Access Management validated solution?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Identity and Access Management validated solution?
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Which method provides remote command-line access to the ESXi Shell?
Which method provides remote command-line access to the ESXi Shell?
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Direct access to an ESXi host is primarily used for operational management rather than troubleshooting.
Direct access to an ESXi host is primarily used for operational management rather than troubleshooting.
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What interface provides basic administrative controls and troubleshooting options directly on the ESXi host console?
What interface provides basic administrative controls and troubleshooting options directly on the ESXi host console?
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You can access an ESXi host using the ______ for emergency management when vCenter Server is temporarily unavailable.
You can access an ESXi host using the ______ for emergency management when vCenter Server is temporarily unavailable.
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Match the following ESXi access methods with their descriptions:
Match the following ESXi access methods with their descriptions:
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What is the new name for VMware vRealize Operations?
What is the new name for VMware vRealize Operations?
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module version was updated to 2.6.0 on 29 August 2023.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module version was updated to 2.6.0 on 29 August 2023.
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What version of VMware Cloud Foundation does the validated solution support as of the latest update?
What version of VMware Cloud Foundation does the validated solution support as of the latest update?
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On 27 June 2023, the validated solution supported VMware Cloud Foundation version ______.
On 27 June 2023, the validated solution supported VMware Cloud Foundation version ______.
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Match the following PowerShell module versions with their release dates:
Match the following PowerShell module versions with their release dates:
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Which of the following modules was released in version 7.8.5?
Which of the following modules was released in version 7.8.5?
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VMware vRealize Log Insight has been rebranded as VMware Multi-Cloud Management.
VMware vRealize Log Insight has been rebranded as VMware Multi-Cloud Management.
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was first introduced on ______.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was first introduced on ______.
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module added support for new procedures in version 2.0.0.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module added support for new procedures in version 2.0.0.
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What principle emphasizes the limitation of user privileges in access management?
What principle emphasizes the limitation of user privileges in access management?
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Account lockout policies can be configured for Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation to prevent ______.
Account lockout policies can be configured for Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation to prevent ______.
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Match the following password policies with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following password policies with their corresponding descriptions:
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Interactive access should have restricted privileges for better security.
Interactive access should have restricted privileges for better security.
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The automated password policy management is available in the ______ solution.
The automated password policy management is available in the ______ solution.
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Match the components of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation with their functions:
Match the components of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation with their functions:
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What is a critical aspect of access management as stated in the design decisions?
What is a critical aspect of access management as stated in the design decisions?
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Local accounts offer extensive auditing from an endpoint back to the user identity.
Local accounts offer extensive auditing from an endpoint back to the user identity.
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What must be defined and managed according to the IAM-VCF-SEC-001 decision?
What must be defined and managed according to the IAM-VCF-SEC-001 decision?
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The design implications of limiting the use of local accounts indicate that you must define and manage ______.
The design implications of limiting the use of local accounts indicate that you must define and manage ______.
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According to the design decisions, what is an implication of limiting privileges for accounts?
According to the design decisions, what is an implication of limiting privileges for accounts?
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Limiting the scope and privileges of accounts is irrelevant to a comprehensive security strategy.
Limiting the scope and privileges of accounts is irrelevant to a comprehensive security strategy.
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The principle of ______ privilege is emphasized in access management.
The principle of ______ privilege is emphasized in access management.
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What is one of the roles of Active Directory in VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is one of the roles of Active Directory in VMware Cloud Foundation?
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What is the main function of vCenter Single Sign-On in VMware Cloud Foundation?
What is the main function of vCenter Single Sign-On in VMware Cloud Foundation?
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The root and intermediate certificate authorities are part of the physical infrastructure in VMware Cloud Foundation.
The root and intermediate certificate authorities are part of the physical infrastructure in VMware Cloud Foundation.
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The vCenter Single Sign-On built-in identity provider uses an embedded _______ domain.
The vCenter Single Sign-On built-in identity provider uses an embedded _______ domain.
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What is one primary feature of VMware validated solutions?
What is one primary feature of VMware validated solutions?
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VMware Cloud Foundation includes automated tasks for all design decisions.
VMware Cloud Foundation includes automated tasks for all design decisions.
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What does the acronym IAM in the context of VMware refer to?
What does the acronym IAM in the context of VMware refer to?
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The Identity and Access Management validated solution is compatible with certain versions of VMware products that are in the ______ lifecycle phase.
The Identity and Access Management validated solution is compatible with certain versions of VMware products that are in the ______ lifecycle phase.
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Match the following components with their respective functions in Identity and Access Management:
Match the following components with their respective functions in Identity and Access Management:
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Which statement accurately describes the operational characteristics of the VMware Cloud Foundation solutions?
Which statement accurately describes the operational characteristics of the VMware Cloud Foundation solutions?
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The use of local accounts is recommended for secure access management in VMware Cloud Foundation.
The use of local accounts is recommended for secure access management in VMware Cloud Foundation.
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What is the new name for VMware vRealize Log Insight?
What is the new name for VMware vRealize Log Insight?
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The VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module is currently at version 12.1.0.
The VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module is currently at version 12.1.0.
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What version of VMware Cloud Foundation is supported as of the latest update?
What version of VMware Cloud Foundation is supported as of the latest update?
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module reached version ______ on August 29, 2023.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module reached version ______ on August 29, 2023.
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Match the PowerShell module with its version:
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What was the version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module before August 29, 2023?
What was the version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module before August 29, 2023?
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The appendix for default password policy settings has been added to Chapter 7.
The appendix for default password policy settings has been added to Chapter 7.
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What feature does the updated solution add to support automated password policy management?
What feature does the updated solution add to support automated password policy management?
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The VMware vRealize Operations is now called VMware ______ Operations.
The VMware vRealize Operations is now called VMware ______ Operations.
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What is the latest version of the ImportExcel PowerShell module as of July 23, 2024?
What is the latest version of the ImportExcel PowerShell module as of July 23, 2024?
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module supports VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2.0.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module supports VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2.0.
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What was the version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module released on May 28, 2024?
What was the version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module released on May 28, 2024?
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The automated PowerShell implementation of Identity and Access Management provides a _______ procedure for automation.
The automated PowerShell implementation of Identity and Access Management provides a _______ procedure for automation.
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Match the following PowerShell modules with their latest versions:
Match the following PowerShell modules with their latest versions:
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Which version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was released on March 26, 2024?
Which version of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module was released on March 26, 2024?
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The VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module is compatible with VMware Cloud Foundation.
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What is the primary function of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module?
What is the primary function of the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module?
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The latest version of the VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module is ______.
The latest version of the VMware.PowerCLI PowerShell module is ______.
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What does the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module version 2.0.0 support?
What does the PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module version 2.0.0 support?
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The validated solution provides guidance on configuring account lockout policies.
The validated solution provides guidance on configuring account lockout policies.
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What aspect of security does the principle of least privilege emphasize?
What aspect of security does the principle of least privilege emphasize?
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Match the components with their functions in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation:
Match the components with their functions in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation:
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The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module is designed to be slow to deploy.
The PowerValidatedSolutions PowerShell module is designed to be slow to deploy.
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What component provides operational verification of identity and access management?
What component provides operational verification of identity and access management?
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What type of policies can be configured within Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
What type of policies can be configured within Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation?
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Study Notes
Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation
- VMware Cloud Foundation services are managed using identity and access management
- Updated on July 23, 2024
- Comprehensive documentation available at https://docs.vmware.com/
- Broadcom Inc. and/or its subsidiaries own the copyright
- All trademarks, trade names, service marks, and logos belong to their respective companies
Contents
- Design Objectives of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation includes detailed design and implementation, focusing on Active Directory as an identity provider, with justifications and implications.
- Detailed Design of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation covers Logical Design, Information Security and Access of Identity and Access Management, with detailed diagrams showing the architectural flow.
- Planning and Preparation of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation outlines the planning phase, implementation, and operational guidance, including specific input values in a workbook.
- Implementation of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation details automated and user interface implementation strategies, along with procedures, including PowerShell and user interface methods.
- Operational Guidance for Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation provides guidance on operational verification for vCenter Server, SDDC Manager, and NSX, and general identity and access management for the VMware Cloud Foundation solution.
- Appendix: Design Decisions on Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation, including default password policies, detailed design decisions for various components (ESXi, vCenter, NSX, SDDC Manager), the support matrix, and a list of frequently asked questions.
- Support Matrix detailing VMware product version compatibility and End of General Support (EOGS) phase information.
- Update History: Document revision history including dates and descriptions of changes.
Overview of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation
- This methodology includes role-based access control (RBAC) configurations for VMware Cloud Foundation management components.
- Password polices align with best security practices.
Implementation Overview of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation
- Detailed steps for planning, preparing, and implementing the VMware Cloud Foundation environment are specified, including checklists, operational procedures, and related workbooks, for implementation through PowerShell and user interface methods.
- Comprehensive guidance to activate role-based access control for vCenter Server, SDDC Manager, and NSX. Detailed steps are provided for component-level configuration and operational procedures.
Product Interoperability Matrix
- Includes information on the relationships between software versions and their compatibilities within the solution.
Software Components in Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation
- Tables explicitly detail supported software components and their versions, including explicit notes on End-of-General-Support (EOGS) versions.
Supported VMware Cloud Foundation Deployment
- Comprehensive details on supporting various workload domains. Automated (using VMware Cloud Builder™) and manual management (for management domain and VI workload domains) procedures are documented.
Design Objectives
- Key objectives for the Identity and Access Management solution, including architecture support, workload domain types, implementation scope, guidance scope, cloud type support, (private cloud availability), and authentication/authorization/access control details.
Detailed Design of Identity and Access Management for VMware Cloud Foundation
- High-level overview of the solution design, design decisions, justifications, and implications, presented in diagrams.
- Design decisions focus on improving authentication and access controls for ESXi, vCenter Server, NSX, and SDDC Manager.
Information Security and Access for ESXi, vCenter Server, NSX, and SDDC
- Specific security and access control procedures for ESXi, vCenter Server, NSX, and SDDC Manager.
- Integration instructions and detailed steps for integrating with Active Directory are provided, including certificate acquisition and configuration.
Active Directory Integration
- Detailed setup procedures for integrating with Active Directory, including certificate acquisition and configuration steps for vCenter Server, NSX, and SDDC Manager.
Password Policies
- Comprehensive guidelines for password expiration, complexity, and lockout policies.
- Tables outlining default settings and procedures for password rotation and remediation are included covering various VMware Cloud components; including procedures in the VMware vSphere Client, the vSphere Web Client, and the virtual appliance console (if applicable).
NSX Password Management
- Emphasizes managing NSX local accounts using lifecycle management, rotation, and updates using SDDC Manager.
Password Management for VMware Cloud Foundation
- Comprehensive guidance on managing passwords for VMware Cloud Foundation components.
- Detailed procedures for updates, rotations, or remediations, across different VMware cloud components, are included.
External Services
- External services used for authentication and authorization, such as Active Directory and Certificate Authorities.
- Active Directory and Certificate Authorities are explicitly mentioned as essential resources for the VMware Cloud Foundation implementation.
Operational Guidance
- Operational guidance, including operational verification, validation procedures, and best practices for vCenter, SDDC Manager, and NSX components.
- Explicit coverage of certificate and password management aspects of the solution.
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Test your knowledge on the identity and access management features of VMware Cloud Foundation. This quiz covers password policies, role-based access control, and configurations for identity management. Determine the defaults and functionalities related to VMware's access management system.